LST2 already in the shop
02-05-2008, 02:03 AM
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LST2 already in the shop
Took the beast down the bmx track today to finish break-in and start really getting a tune on it, and all I can say is WOW, how much fun is this thing, that was until my RHS spindle broke[:@]. Gonna have to order some new era alloy ones pretty soon. Also, not real happy with the wing mount, it seemed to cop a bit of tweaking (ok, I had a couple big crashes, track really rough and just sends it tumbling at times). All in all though, I'm loving this thing, pretty hard to keep the front wheels on the ground
02-05-2008, 02:26 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
yeah, I think I better order a couple spares. (BTW, when I say 'in the shop", I mean my workbench in my garage)
02-05-2008, 09:37 PM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
i broke three in two days all were left front... got aluminum and no more prob that was about 7-8 gallons ago however i have bent two steering links
02-06-2008, 12:15 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
I work on my own trucks, gonna order new era knuckles/spindles, a BAC link, and a couple wing mounts this week (Already got some GPM bellcranks for $10 US shipped)
02-07-2008, 01:33 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
ORIGINAL: jessemxt
Do you work on your own truck? Or do you let the LHS do it? Just curious.
Do you work on your own truck? Or do you let the LHS do it? Just curious.
02-07-2008, 10:23 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
Don't you Guys Read? He Said the Shop is His Workbench!
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(BTW, when I say 'in the shop", I mean my workbench in my garage)
(BTW, when I say 'in the shop", I mean my workbench in my garage)
02-07-2008, 05:07 PM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
Placed the order for my parts, now play the waiting game. In the meantime an order already placed should arrive pretty soon with lots of goodies for both my trucks to keep me busy.
02-07-2008, 09:19 PM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
ORIGINAL: Sugafree
Don't you Guys Read? He Said the Shop is His Workbench!
Don't you Guys Read? He Said the Shop is His Workbench!
ORIGINAL: mtbkym01
(BTW, when I say 'in the shop", I mean my workbench in my garage)
(BTW, when I say 'in the shop", I mean my workbench in my garage)
Its just that every time I go into my LHS for supplies or parts, I see some Bobo leaving his Vehicle for a "Tune Up" or cuz they cant start it...... They charge $50 minimum to even Look at it [X(].. Blows my mind.
BTW...I like the LST. Im thinkin of pickin one up. LOL thats why Im lurkin in tour thread.
02-10-2008, 10:47 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
the reason for that is, the market is made up of mostly RTR trucks and cars. the part of this hobby (and the most fun )of building your own car is long gone. my local hobby shop has the counter lined up with cars and trucks in need of repair.most people can't work on their car because they took the easy way out and purchased a RTR and shame on all you parents that that short changed your kid on the experiance of knowing what its like to build some thing from scratch.i realy put the blame on mc traxxas the fast food line of toy grade rc
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
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the reason for that is, the market is made up of mostly RTR trucks and cars. the part of this hobby (and the most fun )of building your own car is long gone. my local hobby shop has the counter lined up with cars and trucks in need of repair.most people can't work on their car because they took the easy way out and purchased a RTR and shame on all you parents that that short changed your kid on the experiance of knowing what its like to build some thing from scratch.i realy put the blame on mc traxxas the fast food line of toy grade rc
the reason for that is, the market is made up of mostly RTR trucks and cars. the part of this hobby (and the most fun )of building your own car is long gone. my local hobby shop has the counter lined up with cars and trucks in need of repair.most people can't work on their car because they took the easy way out and purchased a RTR and shame on all you parents that that short changed your kid on the experiance of knowing what its like to build some thing from scratch.i realy put the blame on mc traxxas the fast food line of toy grade rc
02-13-2008, 12:11 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
I work in a LHS. There are so many reasons someone leaves a rc to be worked on. Here we charge $20 a hour labor and most tune ups are $10. For me its fun to work on different rc cars and trucks.
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02-13-2008, 12:09 PM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
ORIGINAL: Redharris
Do a lot of Peeps Pay the LHS to fix their Stuff? Sound off if youve got a good reason
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Do you work on your own truck? Or do you let the LHS do it? Just curious.
Do you work on your own truck? Or do you let the LHS do it? Just curious.
I take advice and learn from them, but do my own work.
02-15-2008, 07:12 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
I am guilty of having an RTR, but also realize that RTR kits are great for people on a budget, like myself.
Even though both my vehicles are RTR kits (Duratrax Raze, and Losi Aftershock), if something breaks I always fix it myself, and I am always thinking of ways to upgrade or improve the car.
Half of the fun of having a hobby like this is doing the work yourself.
In my opinion, if you are going to have the LHS do all the work, this hobby is not for you.
Get a dog, you will be much happier.
Even though both my vehicles are RTR kits (Duratrax Raze, and Losi Aftershock), if something breaks I always fix it myself, and I am always thinking of ways to upgrade or improve the car.
Half of the fun of having a hobby like this is doing the work yourself.
In my opinion, if you are going to have the LHS do all the work, this hobby is not for you.
Get a dog, you will be much happier.
02-15-2008, 10:01 AM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
I wish everyone would take a moment and read post #3 in this thread, in the shop is used as a figure of speech. All of my R/C's are in the shop right now also.
All of my R/C's are in the shop right now also.
02-19-2008, 02:47 PM
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RE: LST2 already in the shop
If you just bash ditch the wing and grab a new era roll-bar. I hit trees mid air going for massive air at the BMX and that bar soaked everything up.
